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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Update on COVID-19 Vaccine Availability in States/UTs
More than 193.53 Crore vaccine doses provided to States/UTs
More than 16.53 Crore balance and unutilized vaccine doses still available with States/UTs
The Union Government is committed to accelerating the pace and expanding the scope of COVID-19 vaccination throughout the country. The nationwide COVID 19 vaccination started on 16th January 2021. The new phase of universalization of COVID-19 vaccination commenced from 21st June 2021. The vaccination drive has been ramped up through availability of more vaccines, advance visibility of vaccine availability to States and UTs for enabling better planning by them, and streamlining the vaccine supply chain.
As part of the nationwide vaccination drive, Government of India has been supporting the States and UTs by providing them COVID Vaccines free of cost. In the new phase of the universalization of the COVID19 vaccination drive, the Union Government will procure and supply  75% of the vaccines being produced by the vaccine manufacturers in the country to States and UTs.
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VACCINE DOSES
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SUPPLIED
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1,93,53,58,865
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BALANCE AVAILABLE
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16,53,73,860
More than 193.53 crore  vaccine doses have been provided to States/UTs so far through Govt. of India  and through direct state procurement category.
More than 16.53 Cr  balance and unutilized COVID Vaccine doses are still available with the States/UTs to be administered.
Ministry of Home Affairs
Government of India issues Orders prescribing lockdown for containment of COVID-19 Epidemic in the country
The COVID-19 epidemic has affected many countries and the World Health Organisation has declared it ‘Pandemic’.
Government of India  has been taking several proactive preventive and mitigating measures starting with progressive tightening of international travel, issue of advisories for the members of the public, setting up quarantine facilities, contact tracing of persons infected by the virus and various social distancing measures. Several advisories have been issued to States and Union Territories  for taking necessary measures to contain the spread of this virus. Government have temporarily suspended metro and rail services as well as domestic air traffic.
The situation has been continuously reviewed at the level of the Prime Minister of India. The PM has addressed the Nation on the need for preventive measures and has also held meeting with all the Chief Ministers through video conference.
Experts, keeping in view the global experiences of countries which have been successful in containing the spread of COVID-19 unlike some others where thousands of people died, have recommended that effective measures for social distancing should be taken to contain the spread of this pandemic
While steps taken by State/UT Governments are in the right direction, lack of uniformity in the measures adopted as well as in their implementation, may not serve the objective of containing the spread of the virus. Considering the situation. The National Disaster Management Authority , chaired by Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, in exercise of the powers under section 6 of the Disaster Management Act, 2005, has issued an Order dated 24.03.2020, directing the Ministries/ Departments of Government of India, and the State/Union Territory Governments and State/ Union Territory Authorities to take effective measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the country.
In compliance of the said Order of NDMA, Ministry of Home Affairs  has issued an Order dated 24.03.2020 under Section 10 of the Disaster Management Act, directing the Ministries/ Departments of Government of India, State/Union Territory Governments and State/ Union Territory Authorities to take effective measures for ensuring social distancing so as to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the country. The Order shall remain in force, in all parts of the country, for a period of 21 days with effect from 25.03.2020.
The Ministries/ Departments of Government of India and State Governments/Union Territory Administrations, have been directed to ensure strict implementation of these Orders. The implementation of these measures will be monitored by MHA.
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Ministry of Science & Technology
LG of J&K Shri Manoj Sinha says, the UT has the potential of becoming among the topmost States/UTs because of its young talents
Jammu and Kashmir which at present is among the topmost Union Territories  in startups has the potential of becoming among the topmost in states and Union Territories in the area because of its young talents, said Shri Manoj Sinha, Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir at the valedictory session of the three day Kashmir Expo that ended today.
He emphasized that the ecosystem of innovation has become stronger in the country over the last few years under the leadership of the Prime Minister and India has made its position globally in the startup arena. This, he said was largely because an environment has been created through adequate support for the startups at every stage and also facilities provided for revival of failure.
“Lakhs of youth are generating their own income and also getting jobs because of the boost to startups and they are the present and the future of the world. However, for the long-term success young entrepreneurs will have to understand that innovation and startups are about people and society rather than only about ideas,” he added.
The expo was organized under the aegis of the Department of Science and Technology , Government of India in association with National Innovation Foundation-India . In this three-day exhibition, around 50 young innovators in various fields from Jammu and Kashmir as also from other parts of India displayed their products, technology, and services.
“The paradise of the world as Kashmir is called, can one day become the paradise of startups,” said Secretary Department of Bio-Technology , Government of India Dr Rajesh S Gokhale emphasizing the importance of bio resources of J&K in the startup movement. He also said that bio-manufacturing could become a very important part of the startup movement in the state.
Secretary, Science and Engineering Research Board  and Senior Advisor, Department of Science and Technology , Dr Akhilesh Gupta highlighted that while most of the countries seem to follow an innovation trend that is proportional to the development levels, India seems to have evolved as an exception following an innovation led growth trajectory.
Secretary of the Department of Science and Technology of Jammu and Kashmir, Saurabh Bhagat elaborated on the efforts by the state to support startups and innovators in the state. He also said that the Government of India has supported setting up of biotech parks and innovation hubs in the state.
The three-day event, which is the first-ever startup expo organized in Kashmir valley, was attended by a large number of Vice Chancellors, educators, entrepreneurs, government officials, scientists, and other stakeholders and this can go a long way to encourage youth towards a vibrant startup culture in the Union Territory .
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SNC/RR
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Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister meeting with President of Indonesia
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met the President of Republic of Indonesia H.E. Joko Widodo in Bangkok on 3 November 2019 on the sidelines of ASEAN/EAS related meetings.
PM Modi congratulated President Widodo on the start of his second term as the President of Indonesia and conveyed that as the world’s two largest democratic and plural societies, India is committed to work with Indonesia to strengthen ties in the areas of defence, security, connectivity, trade and investment and people-to-people exchanges.
Noting that India and Indonesia are close maritime neighbours, both leaders reiterated their commitment to work together for peace, security and prosperity in order to achieve their shared vision on maritime cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region. The two leaders discussed the threat of extremism and terrorism and agreed to work closely bilaterally and globally to tackle this menace.
Prime Minister Modi had a forward looking discussion on enhancing bilateral trade and highlighted the need for greater market access for Indian commodities including, pharmaceutical, automotive and agricultural products. While noting that Indian companies have made substantial investment in Indonesia, PM Modi invited Indonesian companies to use the opportunities presented in India for investment.
Prime Minister Modi invited President Widodo to visit India at a mutually convenient time next year.
India attaches high priority to its bilateral relationship with Indonesia, with which we share a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. This year, India and Indonesia are also commemorating the 70th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations.
Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
Shri Nitin Gadkari calls for efforts by all to reduce road accidents by fifty percent
Road Safety Week observed from 11th to 17th January with emphasis on multiple initiatives across all 4Es of Road Safety i.e. Engineering, Enforcement, Education and Emergency Care
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Shri Nitin Gadkari has said efforts by all are necessary to reduce road accidents by 50 percent before the end of 2025. Participating in a 4-hour telethon and outreach campaign “Sadak Suraksha Abhiyan” during the Road Safety week he said a law will soon be brought in the country to determine the working hours of truck drivers.
During the event actor Amitabh Bachchan, Isha Foundation founder Sadhguru and many other stakeholders discussed the key issues related to road safety.
Ministry of Road Transport & Highways  is committed to reduction in road fatalities and injuries and has undertaken multiple initiatives across all 4Es of Road Safety i.e. Engineering, Enforcement, Education and Emergency Care. This year, MoRTH observed the Road Safety Week  from 11th to 17th January 2023, under "Swachhata Pakhwada", to propagate the cause of Safer Roads for All.
During the Week, MoRTH conducted multiple activities at various locations in Delhi including Nukkad Nataks , Sensitization Campaigns, Competition for school & college students, Road Safety Exhibition in collaboration with corporates, Walkathon, Talks Shows and Panel Discussions with senior Government Officers and industry leaders.
In addition, road owning agencies such as NHAI, NHIDCL etc. conducted special drives related to compliance of traffic rules and regulation, pedestrian safety, eye check-up camps for drivers at Toll Plazas and other road engineering related initiatives. Transport and police department of States and UTs, NGOs, private companies and general public across the Country also actively participated in the event by conducting awareness campaigns, first responder trainings, ensuring strict enforcement of rules & regulations up to grass root levels and conducting other activities, workshops & advocacy programs related to road safety.
The Road Safety Week saw extensive coverage on television, print media and social media with the campaign reaching millions of people.
MJPS
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Cabinet Secretariat
Cabinet Secretary Shri Rajiv Gauba Chairs Meeting of National Crisis Management Committee  to review Preparedness for Cyclonic Storm ‘Yaas’
The National Crisis Management Committee  under the chairmanship of Cabinet Secretary, Shri Rajiv Gauba met today to review the preparedness of Central and State/UT Governments and Agencies to deal with Cyclonic Storm ‘Yaas’ in the Bay of Bengal.
The Director General of the India Meteorological Department , briefed the committee about the latest status of the cyclone, which is expected to reach West Bengal and the adjoining Northern Odisha coasts by the evening of 26th May, with wind speeds ranging from 155 to 165 kmph, accompanied by heavy rainfall and storm surges in the coastal districts of these states.
The Chief Secretaries of the concerned States apprised the Committee of the preparatory measures put in place to deal with the cyclonic storm. Evacuation of people from the low lying areas is being carried out. Adequate stocks of foodgrains, drinking water and other essential supplies have been arranged and preparations made to maintain essential services such as Power, Telecommunications, etc.
NDRF has deployed/made available 65 teams and 20 more teams are on standby. Rescue and relief teams of the Army, Navy and Coast Guard along with ships and aircrafts have also been deployed.
Necessary arrangements are also being made to ensure uninterrupted functioning of hospitals and Covid Care Centres, along with ensuring generation and supply of oxygen to Covid facilities across the country.
Reviewing the preparedness of the Central and State agencies, Shri Rajiv Gauba stressed that the all measures should be taken in a timely manner so that loss of life and destruction of property is minimized. He emphasised on the early evacuation of people from the areas likely to be affected by the cyclone alongwith ensuring the return of all boats/vessels to the shores,so that there is zero loss of life.
Shri Gauba also stressed that safety of Covid patients be ensured and disruption of functioning of Covid hospitals and centres avoided. He also advised that steps be taken to maintain the generation and movement of oxygen from the cyclone affected areas, to other parts of the country.
The Cabinet Secretary also said that preparatory arrangements should be made to restore power, telecom and other important services. He directed the concerned agencies to work in close co-ordination and extend all requisite assistance to the States/UTs.
The meeting was attended by the Chief Secretaries and officers of West Bengal, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Andaman & Nicobar and Puducherry. Secretaries of Ministries of Home, Power, Shipping, Telecom, Petroleum & Natural Gas, Civil Aviation, Fisheries, Chairman Railway Board, Member Secretary NDMA, Chief IDS and DGs of Coast Guard, NDRF and IMD also participated in the meeting.
NW/RK/PK/AY/DDD
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Ministry of Women and Child Development
NCPCR expresses concern over revealing child sexual abuse victims in media reports
Calls for strict adherence of POCSO Act provisions
The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights  has observed that various media reports are revealing key information of the child sexual abuse victims such as their address, photograph, family details, school name, and neighbourhood having connection with their identification. Disclosure of such information linked with the child sexual abuse victim is restricted and punishable under Section 23 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences  Act 2012.
As per Section 23 of the POCSO Act 2012:
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No person shall make any report or present comments on any child from any form of media or studio or photographic facilities without having complete and authentic information, which may have the effect of lowering his reputation or infringing upon his privacy.
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No reports in any media shall disclose, the identity of a child including his name, address, photograph, family details, school, neighbourhood or any other particulars which may lead to disclosure of identity of the child.
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The publisher or owner of the media or studio or photographic facilities shall be jointly and severally liable for the acts and omissions of his employee
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Any person who contravenes the provisions of sub-section  or sub-section  shall be liable to be punished with imprisonment of either description for a period which shall not be less than six months but which may extend to one year or with fine or with both.
In this context, NCPC has recommended editors of various media entities to ensure strict compliance of such significant provision of the POCSO Act. A letter in this regard has been forwarded to Secretary, Press Council of India, as well.
NCPCR is constituted under Section 3 of the Commission For Protection of Child Rights Act 2005 to safeguard child rights.
Ministry of Defence
DG NCC felicitates the Girls Hockey Team for their victory in 28th Nehru Under-17 Girls Hockey Tournament
Director General National Cadet Corps Lt General Gurbirpal Singh felicitated the NCC Girls Hockey Team which won the 28th Nehru Under-17 Girls Hockey Tournament. They beat the Madhya Pradesh women’s Hockey Academy by 6-0 in the final held in New Delhi on 09 October 2022.
Sakshi Rana of the NCC Girls Hockey Team was adjudged ‘best player of the tournament’ for her outstanding performance throughout the tournament and Tamanna Yadav was declared ‘player of the match’ for scoring three goals in the final.
DG NCC congratulated the team for their hard work which enabled the team to clinch the trophy.
SR/ADA
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Ministry of Finance
Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products  Scheme gets implemented from 01.01.2021
Taking a major step to boost exports, Government has decided to extend the benefit of the Scheme for Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products  to all export goods with effect from 1st January, 2021.
The RoDTEPscheme would refund to exportersthe embedded Central, State and local duties/taxes that were so far not being rebated/refunded and were, therefore, placing our exports at a disadvantage. The refund would be credited in an exporter’s ledger account with Customs and used to pay Basic Customs duty on imported goods. The credits can also be transferred to other importers.
The RoDTEP rates would be notified shortly by the Department of Commerce, based on the recommendation of a Committee chaired by Dr. G.K. Pillai, former Commerce and Home Secretary. The final Report of the Committee is expected shortly. An exporter desirous of availing the benefit of the RoDTEP scheme shall be required to declare his intention for each export item in the shipping bill or bill of export. The RoDTEP shall be allowed, subject to specified conditions and exclusions. The notified rates, irrespective of the date of notification, shall apply with effect from 1st January, 2021 to all eligible exports of goods.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID - 19 Vaccination Update - Day 543
India’s cumulative vaccination coverage crosses 199 Crore landmark milestone
More than 9 lakh Vaccine doses administered today till 7 pm
India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage has crossed 199 Crore landmark milestone  today. More than 9 lakh  Vaccine Doses have been administered till 7 pm today. The daily vaccination tally is expected to increase with the compilation of the final reports for the day by late tonight.
The cumulative coverage of vaccine doses, segregated based on population priority groups, is as follows:
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Cumulative Vaccine Dose Coverage
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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10409922
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2nd Dose
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10075314
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Precaution Dose
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5924479
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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18426391
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2nd Dose
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17644426
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Precaution Dose
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11115779
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Age Group 12-14 years
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1st Dose
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37622229
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2nd Dose
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25442969
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Age Group 15-18 years
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1st Dose
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60738872
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2nd Dose
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49732424
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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558709598
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2nd Dose
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504737426
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Precaution Dose
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4163130
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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203537643
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2nd Dose
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194287223
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Precaution Dose
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3119921
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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127335446
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2nd Dose
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121394922
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Precaution Dose
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26719982
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Cumulative 1st dose administered
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1016780101
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Cumulative 2nd dose administered
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923314704
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Precaution Dose
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51043291
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Total
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1991138096
Today’s achievement in the vaccination exercise, segregated by population priority groups, is as follows:
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Date: 12th July, 2022 
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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58
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2nd Dose
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546
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Precaution Dose
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16661
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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187
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2nd Dose
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1373
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Precaution Dose
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85356
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Age Group 12-14 years
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1st Dose
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59630
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2nd Dose
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129222
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Age Group 15-18 years
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1st Dose
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16762
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2nd Dose
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60551
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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22787
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2nd Dose
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191903
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Precaution Dose
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69857
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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3579
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2nd Dose
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47255
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Precaution Dose
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29895
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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2908
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2nd Dose
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31719
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Precaution Dose
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206978
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Cumulative 1st dose administered
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105911
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Cumulative 2nd dose administered
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462569
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Precaution Dose
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408747
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Total
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977227
The vaccination exercise as a tool to protect the most vulnerable population groups in the country from COVID-19 continues to be regularly reviewed and monitored at the highest level.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 UPDATE
194.09 cr vaccine doses have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
India's Active caseload currently stands at 24,052
Active cases stand at 0.06%
Recovery Rate currently at 98.73%
2,619 recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to
4,26,28,073
4,270 new cases recorded in the last 24 hours
Daily positivity rate 
Weekly Positivity Rate 
85.26 cr Total Tests conducted so far; 4,13,699 tests conducted in the last 24 hours
Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs
PMAY-U gives Central assistance to States/ Union Territories for providing all-weather pucca houses to all eligible urban households
Affordable Rental Housing Complexes to provide dignified living to urban migrants/poor
In pursuance of the Government’s vision of “Housing for All”, Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs  is implementing Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban  since 25.06.2015 for giving Central assistance to States/ Union Territories  for providing all-weather pucca houses to all eligible urban households. States/ UTs have undertaken demand survey under PMAY-U for assessing actual demand of housing. Total assessed demand of houses reported by States/ UTs under the scheme is 112.24 lakhs. Based on the project proposals submitted by the States/ UTs, 1,15,08,778 houses have been sanctioned across the country. State/ UT-wise details of number of houses sanctioned under PMAY-U are at Annexure.
In order to achieve the vision of ‘Housing for All’, Ministry monitors progress of the Scheme through periodic review meetings, video-conferences and field visits. Ministry has advised States/ UTs to expedite the construction of sanctioned houses so that all houses are completed within the stipulated timeline.
PMAY-U addresses affordable housing requirement in urban areas through four verticals:  Beneficiary-led individual house construction or enhancement   Affordable Housing in Partnership   Credit-Linked Subsidy Scheme  and  “In-Situ” Slum Redevelopment .
Further, this Ministry has launched Affordable Rental Housing Complexes  as a sub-scheme of PMAY-U to provide dignified living to urban migrants/poor near their workplace. This scheme is being implemented through two models i.e. Model-1: Utilizing existing Government funded vacant houses to convert into ARHCs through Public Private Partnership  or by Public Agencies, andModel-2: Construction, Operation & Maintenance of ARHCs by Public/Private Entities on their own available vacant land.
Around 115.09 lakh houses have been sanctioned under PMAY-U; out of which, nearly 55.45 lakh have been completed/ delivered to beneficiaries and remaining are at various stages of construction/ grounding.
This information was given by the Minister of State for Housing & Urban Affairs, Shri Kaushal Kishore, in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today.